I've spent a lengthy time away from this blog. I have simply had little time to devote with higher priorities in my life. I am going to try to offer some limited posts as we close out the season but will back at full force in the summer to get ready for the 2010 season! Read More
So many things have happened since I last posted, but I'll try to focus on some of the more meaningful tidbits during fantasy playoff time!
First and foremost is a quick comment on the "Meachem Fumble of 2009." This play directly decided the outcome of a division winner and subsequent first round bye week in my biggest money league. Needless to say, it has caused a stir around the fantasy community.
My initial feelings steered me towards thinking this was a touchdown for the Saints defense. However, the logic that the Saints become the defense upon the interception should also be applied to the turnover that occurred when Meachem picked up the ball. At that point the Saints become the offense again and Meachem scores as an offensive player. I'd still credit the Saints defense with a forced fumble but not a fumble recovery. Regardless of your opinion on what the official fantasy scoring on this play, I hope your league handled it well. In our league, our commissioner did a great job at presenting the facts and precedent that had been sent. Not everyone was happy with the decision but in the end it has been accepted and everyone moves on.
To round out this post I will just throw out some opinionated bullets:
Shonn Greene is an interesting player to own at this point in the season. Greene should see increased carries this week with Kellen Clemens starting at QB. However, the Jets are not looking good for post-season play should they suffer another loss. Once the post-season is lost, I would not be surprised to see Greene's carries trend upward to the 15-18 mark.
Brian Westbrook and LeSean McCoy owners should be worried. Westy might be back next week after practicing. If that happens, Westbrook likely won't get enough carries to contribute and McCoy will see a decrease in touches making him a risky play as well.
I don't want to hear any more about how Troy Palamalu's injury is the reason behind the Steelers struggles. You don't become Super Bowl champs because of one player and you don't lose to the Cleveland Browns because of one player.
Those looking for a playoff TE if your starter is rested should consider Bo Scaife of the Titans. He should post modest numbers with a touchdown or two sprinkled in during the last few weeks of the season.
I'm heavily invested in the Patriots and the only thing that worries me is a possible blizzard in Buffalo next week. I will be looking at weather reports starting tomorrow, but if the weather remains clear, I'm expecting Randy Moss to close out the season on a high note.
I'll end with the Bears. My Bears finally ran the ball a ton and won a football game. Unfortunately, they were forced to change their play-calling after Cutler had an injury to his throwing hand. This season may be lost (if you drafted Matt Forte your season is probably not too bright by now either) but the Bears would be wise to see how effective running the ball can be even if you only average 3.0 ypc.
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